1966 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 1966 Triumph Vitesse has manual transmission. 1966 Triumph Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Triumph Vitesse | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | Vitesse | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |